The Wrong Mother
The Wrong Mother

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The Wrong Mother

2017
Movie
88 min
English

After getting hit by a car, Kaylene needs home care. The nurse she hires becomes more and more interfering.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Christopher Scott CherotGenres: Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, struggling with personal demons, finds herself entangled in a dangerous relationship with her boyfriend's mother. As the situation escalates, she becomes a pawn in a manipulative game, facing psychological torment and a fight for survival.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to a predictable plot and uneven performances. While some acknowledged the thriller elements, the overall execution was deemed lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • The thriller plot is considered formulaic and predictable by most reviewers.

  • Performances are often described as inconsistent, failing to fully flesh out the characters' motivations.

  • The film struggles to build genuine suspense or emotional depth.

Google audience: Audience reception for "The Wrong Mother" is largely unavailable, but the limited feedback suggests a polarizing viewing experience with some finding it a serviceable thriller and others criticizing its execution.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, "The Wrong Mother" is part of a series of 'wrong' themed films by the same director, including "The Wrong Man" and "The Wrong Girl."

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